Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation is a private foundation in Columbine Valley, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,840 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,020 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$26,840
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,020
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$409,530
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $28,605 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,605 | 14 | $381,152 |
| 2024 | $26,840 | 12 | $409,530 |
How to apply
Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 7 | $6,815 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $525 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dysponia International | Mission statement | $10,000 |
| Stand Up 2 Cancer | Mission statement | $5,000 |
| Lymphoma Research Fund | Mission statement | $4,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Mission statement | $2,200 |
| St Aidan's Episcopal Church | Mission statement | $1,075 |
| Individual | Mission statement | $1,040 |
| Kata Foundation | Mission statement | $1,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Mission statement | $525 |
| Individual | Mission statement | $500 |
| Individual | Mission statement | $500 |
| Individual | Mission statement | $500 |
| Project Worthmore | Mission statement | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce A Menk
- Phipps B Menk
Questions people ask
Does Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation give?
$26,840 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,020.
Who runs Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce A Menk (President) and Phipps B Menk (Secretary).
What does Bruce and Phipps Menk Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.